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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1875
Page
2
Some Bostonians believe Rice could win a State House seat next year. Supporters see it as simple political nourishment and a favorable gubernatorial outcome, envisaging Rice as a tasty political pudding for the state’s executive chapter.
Mrs Henry Ward Beecher writes a letter praising the Plymouth pastor and defending his manhood. The piece shows confidence and love for the pastor and rebukes those who plot his ruin in a degrading conspiracy.
The South advances in unity with the North as prejudices yield to common sense through increased acquaintance and liberating influence.
The text laments the overhyped risks in Barnum's modern circus turning danger into daily spectacle. It condemns exposing lives for public curiosity and the sad burden on those involved or watched by a restless crowd.
Tar money orders between Canada and the United States can now be sent to the amount of thirty dollars Canadian currency. Thus the Dominion is coming nearer to the Republic and will eventually experience a Yankee conversion politically at least. Conveniences as they become international aim to ease the stranger element and foster friendship.
The piece warns that summer drains New York of its best citizens while sparing those with strong moral influence. It notes that crowds in great centers lose virtue and that even rulers face perils, as a German count’s conspiracy against the Crown Prince shows reckless plots may backfire on conspirators.
A letter laments tension between Grant and Bonner after Bonner’s departure from a friendship, noting the N Y Ledger as a favorable influence on the Administration. The writer calls Bonner a great man and suggests prejudice harms noble minds, requesting a Doctor to resolve the irritations.
The Rev J S Abbott recalls college days with groups gathering for wine and cigars, singing and storytelling. He notes elective affinity among over a hundred youths before temperance reforms, recounting Rev Asa Mead asking if students kept ardent spirits in rooms and the student replying they always drink it all up.
A Paris prisoner received a lock of hair wrapped in a leaf from a small book. The governor counted 2610 hairs matching 26 lines on the page. Arranging the hairs by length revealed letters forming a slang message warning of a rescue attempt. The plan backfired as rescuers trapped themselves.
The Old Bay State debates its gubernatorial choice amid Prohibition pressure and License Law debates. Talbot is among potential contenders as Massachusetts weighs qualified leaders. Vested authorities stress wise selection for effective legislation and public privilege in voting.
A new novel by Mrs. C. A. Warfield titled A Dous Lee Wedding How She Was Won from I. B. Peterson & Brothers Philadelphia praised for popular appeal and strong character drawing. The duodecimo volume in morocco cloth sells for 1.75.
The Smithsonian Institution invites private individuals and public bodies to contribute ethnological specimens for the International Exhibition in Philadelphia in 1876. Items sought include tools, weapons, utensils, dwellings, clothing, vests, sleds, boats, and even skulls and photographs, with precise collection details. Contributions may be shipped by mail, express, or rail at Smithsonian expense, and may later be borrowed or returned for permanent exhibit at the National Museum.
The piece laments a tough period with industrial stagnation and warns that workers may worsen conditions by striking. It cites Fall River manufacturers facing a choice between lowering labor costs or halting mills, and denounces those stirring worker anger as profit-seeking serpents harming the common man.
The humorist of the Detroit Free Press dedicates his forthcoming book to the Pawnee Tribe of Indians praising their enterprise talent and statesmanship. He notes they rise early stay up late and are always around when wanted and says they cheerfully roasted one of his ancestors at the stake without reward or hope of reward.
A 300 pound sturgeon leaped into a small sail boat near West Amesbury Massachusetts, splitting the boat in two and throwing five occupants into the river. Three swam to shore while two clung to the wreck until rescued by a village boat.
Duncan, Sherman & Co of New York suspended business on Nassau Street after revealing a liquidation plan due to insufficient assets. Reported liabilities range from five to six million dollars with losses tied mainly to cotton and rail ventures. Assignee is ex United States Judge William D Shipman. Bank of New York and Union Bank of London among main correspondents.
Corresponse dent reports fifteen hundred and ninety eight letters sent to his address were stolen by someone in the Boston post office over the last five months, with an estimated loss exceeding $2,000 annually. Captain Paul Boyton mails critique of Calder life saving suit and water tastes, claiming Wakefield residents drink the only water to survive.
New Haven witnessed another suicide on Monday July 26 as Charles J. Morsell a young dry goods store clerk shot himself in the heart and died shortly after. He had been caught secretly taking money given by customers as sales clerk and discharged by his employer who suspected large expenses and high living. Mortification at the discovery is cited as the cause.
Residents of St Albans Vermont mark the first anniversary of Miss Ball’s murder with a springtime sermon near the murder site. The place where she was found is fresh with flowers and crape. Her character is praised and her death is described as crimsoned with glory.
The text questions the Pomeroy boy's responsibility for crimes against children and depicts him as a low cunning figure despite youth. It notes fear he may reoffend and asks why Judge Lowell’s daughter receives protection while poorer children in the state are left vulnerable. The article ponders why other child murderers were not punished.
The Crawfordsville Journal reports Joe Endicott of Franklin township uncovered a rusty tin bucket in a field near Darlington. Inside were wrapped gold coins in fives tens and fifties, totaling about $3,000. The coins appeared genuine and the discovery puzzled how they came to be buried there.
The Richmond Enquirer casts doubt on the Southern secessionists saying few are insane but they lack power or following. It argues Southern states that gained mastery after the war welcomed settlers and protected rights, while others were prey to Radical adventurers who incited racial hostility and plundered the people in liberty’s name.
The piece argues Mr. Delano should leave the Department of the Interior. It accuses him of threatening the President and Republican Party if forced out, suggesting his retention signals declining merit. Professor Marsh notes this insult reflects a weak moral sense and criticizes a selfish politician clinging to office.
The Philadelphia Ledger reports the anthracite coal trade remains fairly active with solid demand across prepared coal sizes. Jump steamer and broken coal demand lags behind supply until iron works resume, with several Schuylkill plants set to restart next month in August, and coal prices expected to rise monthly through the season.
Sta Rey reports that E. Edson, pastor of the State Street M. E. Church, departed his home on Wednesday for a four week vacation.
Reverend H M Jones of the First Baptist Church departed town with his family last Monday morning for a summer vacation expected to last about four weeks.
The Sabbath School connected with the State Street M E Church took a trip to Rocky Point aboard the steamer Richard Borden on Tuesday. About three hundred people joined the outing.
Mr James Waldron long serving keeper at Bristol Ferry lighthouse has moved to Rehoboth Massachusetts where he purchased a valuable farm.
Captain George Church died in Warren on the 22d inst. His funeral was conducted by the Masonic fraternity on Monday last. He was interred in the North Burial Ground on Bristol Neck.
Reallura Lodge of Good Templars announce a temperance address by Dr Charles Jewett of Boston tomorrow evening in the vestry of State Street M E Church. The talk begins at 7 45 with public invitation extended.
About two hundred members of the St Marys Total Abstinence Society from this town, together with friends, traveled on Wednesday to Oakland Beach aboard the steamer Canonicus. A large Fall River party joined on board for the excursion.
The Hon. Joan Turner, after recovering from a severe illness, left home on Wednesday to visit the sulphur springs at Richfield New York. He plans a few weeks’ stay to regain his health and expects to return afterward.
Meetings under the Young Men's Christian Association will be held tomorrow evening on the Common at six o'clock led by Mr H A Monro of Gambier Ohio and at the Middle District school house at seven thirty.
Ex Rev. Dr. Rylance of New York officiated at St Michael's Church Sunday morning. Rev Dr Thayer of Newport preached at the Congregational Church in the afternoon. Rev Calbraith B Perry of Baltimore preached for Trinity Parish at Town Hall both day and evening.
The club has gained many additions this season and stores up philosophy for future pleasant days. Members look forward to mountains and cooler weather, as summer home guard friends enjoy drizzly rain of a protracted nor easter.
The steamer Canonicus, Capt Orswell, damaged the small schooner Whale, Capt Ed wards, off Pappasquash Point while en route from Oakland Beach on Wednesday afternoon. Thirteen guard braces on Canonicus broke and fell onto the Whale, causing the schooner to leak badly as the crews avoided danger amid the collision. The Whale carried gravel.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention Oakland Beach and a steamer, with names Bradford and Durfee and a Friday reference. Events and context are unclear in the readable text, but indicate a local incident or notice involving people and a venue by the water. The readable items suggest a brief item about a public gathering or restriction at Oakland Beach on a Friday.
The Indies of St Michael's Church Fox Hill plan their annual clambake on Wednesday, weather permitting, with grounds decorated and plenty of refreshments. A clam and fish dinner with chowder will be served from 2 30 PM, and fancy articles will be offered for sale. If stormy, the event moves to the next day.
Reports note widespread maggot damage to onions in the area with unusually late egg deposition by the fly. A Dartmouth farmer, Paul Barker, ploughed up three quarters of an acre of onions killed by maggots after two hoeings, though earlier promise suggested around 300 bushels. The situation is described as the worst in years.
The Bristol Fire District adopted resolutions to place pumps and six two and a half inch water streams at manufacturing sites, replace hydrants, and appropriate up to fifteen thousand dollars. A town transfer plan was approved, with committees appointed to negotiate property transfer and town assumption of district obligations, to be completed by the next town meeting. The district lines out measures to be carried out by Bristol Town, including funding and debt settlement.
Guardian Alexander Perry sells to Herbert M. Howe a corner lot with dwelling and furniture for 9000. Clarissa Gardner sells to William Tucker a Ferry road lot for 1000. Executors Anthony, Post, Hall sell to Tucker a Ferry road parcel for 100. Multiple parcels exchanged on Hope Court, Wood Street, Back road, and other streets with prices from 250 to 15000. Reynolds Manufacturing sells Thames street lot to Bristol town for 1000.
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